Prior to the break, Valencia’s batters were struggling with their approaches at the plate.

With the prospect of letting their swings get too big against the struggling Grizzlies, the Vikings stayed within themselves with their approaches on Wednesday.

“That was a big thing. We were working on discipline, at keeping disciplined,” said Valencia head coach Jared Snyder. “Getting our pitch and not swinging at bad pitches any more. It’s one of those things — as the year goes on, pitching gets better than hitting and you have to take disciplined at-bats.”

Valencia (12-6 overall, 4-2 Foothill League) struck with four runs in the first inning and knocked Golden Valley starting pitcher Tyler Ryan out of the game.